Enforcement

Respecting the rights of our neighbours and ensuring the health and safety of the public is an important and essential aspect of community living. At times, however, boundaries may be crossed and By-law Compliance Officers are given the task to investigate complaints received from the public about alleged violations of various municipal bylaws.

The goal of By-law Compliance is not to penalize the residents of East Zorra-Tavistock or visitors but, rather, to achieve compliance through education and the provision of information in order to preserve the quality of life to which each citizen is entitled.

Bylaw Compliance deals with the following issues:

Clean Yard Violations

Unsightly premises, discarded vehicles

Fire/Building Code Violations

Life safety issues, public hazards

Property Standards

Illegal structures, health & safety issues

Weed Control

Animal Control

Dogs running loose, barking

Traffic regulation

Illegal parking, vehicle obstructions

Zoning regulations

land uses

Garage Sales

Noise/Nuisance Complaints

As of October 2008 the Township has instituted set fines for many of the by-law infractions. However, failure to comply with some of the more serious violations could result in an order to appear in court.